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Door County Merry-Time Festival of Trees 2023
Get Into the Holiday Spirit at the Door County Maritime Museum's, Merry-Time Festival of Trees PortSide Builders is happy to participate in Door County Maritime Museum's, Merry-Time Festival of Trees for our 6th year in a row. It's become a tradition and a bit of a...

Designing a High-Functioning Mudroom
The mudroom may not be the first room you think about when designing your new home but this high-functioning area plays an important role in the overall enjoyment of your home. This workhorse of a space typically gets high foot traffic and is tasked with handling a...

Kitchen Remodel with Wall Removal
March 2022 Remodel Project Kitchen Renovation with Wall Removal Our March Remodel of the Month features a closed kitchen renovation. The owners of this home wanted to open up the space, create more storage and better workflow in the kitchen, and update the look...

Underused Family Room Converted to Mudroom and Walk-in Pantry
May 2022 Remodel Project Underused Family Room Converted to Mudroom and Walk-in PantryThe owners of this home had a large, under-used family room off the back entrance, with cumbersome access to the laundry room. They wanted to break up the space to create a walk-in...

PortSide Builders Participates in the Fall 2022 Home Builders Association of the Fox Cities Parade of Homes
PortSide Builders Invites You to Tour This Custom-Built Home During The Fall 2022 Home Builders Association of the Fox Cities Parade of HomesTM Parade Dates & Times: October 1st & 2nd, 11:00 am - 5:00 pm October 8th & 9th, 11:00 am - 5:00 pm Details of...

Whole Home Renovation
April 2022 Remodel Project Whole Home RenovationOur April remodel project features a major home renovation. The owners of this home wanted to transform their beloved family vacation home into a more comfortable space suitable for year-round living. Changes included...

Master Bathroom Renovation | New Walk-In Shower and Custom-Built Makeup Vanity
August 2022 Remodel Project Master Bathroom Renovation | New Walk-In Shower and Custom-Built Makeup VanityThis month, we are featuring a master bathroom renovation. The homeowners wanted to replace their rarely-used whirlpool tub with a makeup vanity and give their...

One Very Large Bathroom Converted into Two
June 2022 Remodel Project One Very Large Bathroom Converted into TwoThis month, we take a look at a bathroom renovation. The owners of this home had an overly spacious main bathroom that did not make the best use of space. They wanted to break it up to create two full...

Kitchen Remodel Opens Up the Space
July 2022 Remodel Project Kitchen Renovation with Wall RemovalThis month, we're featuring a kitchen renovation. The owners of this home wanted to open up the space between the kitchen and living room by removing the partial wall that was dividing the space. They also...

Take a Virtual Tour of this 4 Bedroom, 3.5 Bath, Ranch Style Home with Modern Rustic Styling
PortSide Builders is proud to showcase this home in the 2022 Home Builders Association of the Fox Cities Virtual Tour of HomesTM The Fox Cities Virtual Tour of HomesTM makes it easy and convenient for you to tour homes, and get plan and design ideas from the comfort...

PortSide Builders Participates in the BCHBA 2022 Spring Showcase of Homes
We Invite You to Join Us at the Brown County 2022 Spring Showcase of Homes PortSide is proud to present this remodeled kitchen and 535 sq. ft. great room addition to a two-story, traditional farmhouse in Denmark. You won't want to miss the opportunity to see the...

Fox Cities Home & Garden Show 2022
We Invite You to Join Us at the Fox Cities Home & Garden Show | February 18th - 20th at the Fox Cities Exhibition Center If you've been dreaming about a home remodeling project or new home construction, attending the Fox Cities Home & Garden Show will bring...

Portfolio of Remodeled Homes Before & After | 2021 PortSide Builders
Here are just a few of the remodel projects we've completed over the past year. Projects range from whole home remodels, to kitchens, bathrooms, decks, exteriors and more. We hope you enjoy viewing the stunning transformations that took place and maybe even find...

2022 Home Building and Remodeling Show | Metropolitan Builders Association
We Invite You to Join Us at the 2022 Home Building & Remodeling Show | January 14-16, 2022 To save $2 on a regular adult ticket use code: COMESEEUS22 at checkout. ~ Get Tickets Here ~ If you are planning on building a new home, or remodeling your existing one,...

Holiday Decorating Safety Tips
Decorating Safety to Ensure an Enjoyable Holiday Season! The holidays can be a joyous time of year. A time to spend with family and friends, enjoy home cooked meals, and decorate our homes. While we may enjoy holiday decorating, there are some safety concerns to keep...

Door County Merry-Time Festival of Trees 2021
Come See Our Handcrafted Christmas Tree at the Door County Merry-Time Festival of Trees 2021 Keeping up with tradition, we are happy to participate in the Door County Merry-Time Festival of Trees, at the Door County Maritime Museum in Sturgeon Bay. This fun and...

PortSide Builders Participates in Brown County Home Builders Association’s 2021 Fall Showcase of Homes
We invite you to join us at this year's Fall Showcase of Homes event sponsored by the Brown County Home Builders Association PortSide Builders is proud to feature this whole home remodel and addition. You won't want to miss seeing it! Remodel Homes are open for one...

5 Benefits of Choosing a Custom-Built Home
Top 5 Benefits of Choosing a Custom-Built Home | Custom Building vs Buying Existing Purchasing a new home will be one of the largest investments you will make during your lifetime. While it can be an exciting time it can also be filled with many questions and...

Save The Date | 2021 Fall Parade and Showcase of Homes Schedule
Save the Dates for the 2021 Fall Parade and Showcase of Homes Events If you have been considering remodeling your home or building a new home, attending a parade or showcase of homes is a great way to get home design inspiration and see the latest in home construction...

PortSide Showcases Home in Fox Cities Virtual Tour of Homes 2021
PortSide Builders is excited to showcase this home in the 2021 Home Builders Association of the Fox Cities Virtual Tour of HomesTM The virtual tour is a great way to get home design inspiration right from the comfort of your own home. You can even explore the space...

2021 Spring Home Show Schedule
PortSide Builders 2021 Spring Home Show Schedule The 2021 home building & remodeling trade show season is about to start up again and we are so excited to be participating in three great home shows this Spring. Come see the latest in home design and innovations...

Has Safer at Home Changed How We Feel About Our Home?
What trends have emerged as a result of more time spent at home? What’s here to stay? In early 2020, when most of the country was under some sort of shelter in place order, a group of researchers and community developers conducted the America at Home Study. They...

Door County Merry-Time Festival of Trees 2020
Here at PortSide Builders we are excited to once again participate in the Merry-Time Festival of Trees, Hosted by the Door County Maritime Museum This joyous event is something the entire community looks forward to each year. And with all the challenges 2020 has...

October Careers in Construction Month – Focus on the Residential Construction Industry
October is Careers in Construction Month, a Great Time to Explore the Many Opportunities Available in the Residential Construction Industry October is the official Careers in Construction Month, which is a campaign to increase awareness and inspire the next generation...

PortSide Builders Participates in the Fall 2020 Home Builders Association of the Fox Cities Parade of Homes
PortSide Builders will be Showcasing One New, Custom-Built Home and One Remodeled Home in the Fall 2020 Home Builders Association of the Fox Cities Parade of HomesTM Dates and Times as Follows: New Homes Only: Saturday, Oct 3rd - 11 am to 5 pm Sunday, Oct 4th - 11 am...